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com·put·er·ese

(kəm-pyo͞o′tə-rēz′, -rēs′)
n.
The technical language of those involved in computer technology.
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computerese

(kəmˌpjuːtəˈriːz)
n
(Computer Science) the jargon and terminology associated with computers
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com•put•er•ese

(kəmˌpyu təˈriz, -ˈris)

n.
the jargon and technical terms associated with computers and their operation.
[1955–60]
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computerese

language used by those in the business of manufacturing, selling, servicing, or using electronic computers, characterized by many abbreviations and acronyms, excessive use of technical jargon, and, frequently, lack of concern for traditional spelling and grammar.
See also: Language Style
the jargon or language typical of those involved with computers.
See also: Automation
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computerese

[kəmˌpjuːtəˈriːz] N → jerga f informática
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computerese

n (inf: = jargon) → Computerjargon m
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